The cabbie must repair his car and have it inspected by Kirklees licensing officers before he can continue to work.

Officers also issued repair notices to other motorists as well as parking fines.

Police also ‘dipped’ fuel tanks to check if motorists were illegally using untaxed ‘red’ diesel.

Operation leader PC Steven Nicholls said: “A large number of traffic offence reports and vehicle defect rectification notices were issued by West Yorkshire Police for drivers either committing offences or having vehicle defects.

Ward manager PC Steve Nicholls oversaw the operation

“Officers also attended in the centre of Holmfirth to enforce the parking restrictions in the hackney rank that is intended for hackney carriages only between the hours of 8pm and 2am. Parking tickets were issued to any offenders incurring a £30 fee.”

PC Nicholls added: “This operation was a huge success and should send out a positive message to highlight we will enforce these regulated activities and prosecute offenders to ensure that the community can feel safe whilst using these business services and get home safe and well.